Homecoming 2026

CSU

A collage of past homecoming images with the 2026 logo in the center.

Homecoming Information

Parking Rate: A $5 flat rate will be charged ALL DAY on:

  • Thursday, Feb. 19
  • Friday, Feb. 20
  • Saturday Feb. 21

*CSU permit holders do have to pay for parking

On-Campus Shuttle Service: Shuttles will operate Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to assist guests moving around campus.

Off-Campus Housing Shuttle: From February 15–21, 2026, the off-campus housing shuttle will make its last departure from campus at 1:00 a.m. each night.

For accommodations, book a hotel through our website for group rates.

Tru by Hilton Baltimore Harbor East
411 S. Central Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Rate code: 2345660 

 

Courtyard Marriott Downtown
1000 Aliceanna Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Rate code: coming soon

Coppin State University is currently accepting vendor applications for Homecoming events. Click below to apply.

Basketball Game Vendors

(Alumni Vendor Link Coming Soon)

 

Photography, videography, and audio recording will occur throughout Coppin State University Homecoming events.
By entering this event area, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

  1. Consent to Recording
    You understand that Coppin State University (“CSU”) and its authorized representatives may capture your image, likeness, voice, and/or performance through photography, video, or audio recording while you are on University property or at University-sponsored events.
  2. Use of Recordings
    You grant CSU a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, reproduce, edit, distribute, display, and publish these recordings for purposes including, but not limited to:
    •    University marketing and communications
    •    Social media and digital platforms
    •    News and promotional materials
    •    Educational or archival purposes
    This use may occur in any existing or future media format.
  3. No Expectation of Compensation
    You understand that you will not receive payment or compensation for the use of your image or likeness.
  4. Public Event Disclosure
    Homecoming events are considered public or semi-public University events. Individuals attending may appear incidentally or intentionally in recorded media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please inform a staff member immediately or avoid areas where media capture is occurring.
  5. Minors
    For minors under age 18, a parent or legal guardian must provide consent for participation in posed photos or featured video recordings. Minors may still appear incidentally in wide crowd shots.
  6. Data & Privacy Compliance
    All media use will follow applicable Maryland state laws, University System of Maryland (USM) policies, and CSU privacy standards, including guidelines governing the ethical use, storage, and distribution of media content.
     

If you have questions or prefer to opt out of featured media, please contact:
Office of University Relations
Coppin State University
Email: our@coppin.edu

 

Schedule of Homecoming Events

A breakfast plate of sausage, eggs, bacon, and potatoes

Sun. Feb 15 | Midnight Breakfast

10pm-1am, Talon Dining Hall (Coppin students only)

2026 Homecoming logo - Legends of Blue and Gold

Mon. Feb 16 | TBD

TBD

Image of bingo cards

Feb 16 | Beats & Bingo

6pm, Tawes Center Ballroom, $35 (early bird)

Coppin Schwab day attendees at a session in the College of Business

Feb 17 | Financial Planning Basics

12-2pm, Tawes Ballroom

2026 Homecoming logo - Legends of Blue and Gold

Feb 17 | TBD

TBD

Coppin Chopped - Soul of Labor: A Culinary Tribute to African American Workers

Feb 17 | Coppin Chopped

12-2pm, Talon Center Dining Hall

Fancy Ace of Spades.

Feb 18 | Game Night

6-9pm, Talon Center, 2nd Floor (Cash Prizes)

President Jenkins delivering the State of the University Address (Homecoming 2025)

Feb 19 | State of the University Address

12-1pm, JWJ Auditorium

A Group Coppin alums dancing at 2025 Homecoming Happy Hour

Feb 20 | Alumni Happy Hour

6-10pm, The Charm @ Horseshoe Casino, $55 (early bird)

Students cheering at the 2025 Homecoming concert.

Feb 19 | Concert

8-11pm, JWJ Auditorium ($TBA)

Commitment to Excellence Awards 2024

Feb 20 | Commitment to Excellence Awards

4-6pm, Tawes Center Ballroom. By invitation only

Homecoming 2025 show sorority.

Feb 20 | Step Show

7-11p, JWJ Auditorium, ($TBA)

2025 Coppin State Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.

Feb 21 | Athletics Hall of Fame Breakfast

8am, Tawes Center Ballroom, ($TBA)

Homecoming Tailgate

Feb 21 | Homecoming Tailgate

10am-2pm, Lot F

A group of Coppin alumni posing together.

Feb 21 | Homecoming Suites

10am-10pm, Location TBA

CSU National Alumni Association Annual Meeting

Feb 21 | CSU National Alumni Association Annual Meeting

11am-1pm, Tawes Center Ballroom

President's Scholars Brunch

Feb 21 | President's Scholars Brunch

By invitation only

#31 Laila Lawrence drives the ball towards the basket

Feb 21 | Women’s Basketball Game

2pm, PEC Arena

Men’s Homecoming Basketball Game

Feb 21 | Men’s Basketball Game

4:30pm, PEC Arena

Coppin Alumni worship service (Homecoming 2025)

Feb 22 | Worship Service

10-11am, Talon Center Atrium

Alumni dancing during the Jazz Brunch (Homecoming 2025)

Feb 22 | Jazz Brunch

11:30am-2pm, Tawes Center Ballroom

Coppin quilt created for 2026 Homecoming.

Coppin Connections Quilt Raffle

Coppin Connections is a raffle quilt created to support Coppin State University’s Fanny Jackson Coppin Scholarship. The Quilt Project Team, consisting of alumni, former faculty, and friends of Coppin, collaborated to craft this remarkable Coppin-inspired quilt. Purchase a raffle ticket for $20 to have a chance to own this beautiful artwork and support future Coppin alumni. The winner will be selected on Saturday, February 21st during the National Alumni Association Annual Meeting.

Eagle Insider App - download on App Store and Google play

 

 

Enjoy videos from Homecoming